Zoo Tracks - Happy Holidays from Blank Park Zoo

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Zoo Tracks | page six 2013 Special Events Calendar Out of Africa Conservation Series Dr. Amy Dickman | March 28 Bill Konstant | April 25 With the Zoo’s new exhibit Jaama Kwa “Connection to” Africa opening this spring, our conservation series will feature a speaker on a majestic African animal. Dr. Dickman of Oxford University will focus on lions, and Bill Konstant of the International Rhino Foundation will share about rhino conservation. The series is discounted for Zoo members at $15/session (regularly $20). Eggstravaganza Saturday, March 30 Participate in this egg-cellent Easter fun with the animals of the Zoo, which includes egg hunts, scavenger hunts, crafts and games, and a visit from the Easter Bunny himself! Check the Zoo’s Facebook and Twitter pages beginning March 25 for clues about the Golden Egg Hunt! Members’ Night | Friday, May 3 Enjoy a special, members-only preview of our newly renovated Africa exhibit. Meet the Zoo’s new black rhinos, listen to live music, enjoy crafts and inflatable fun. Join us for this FREE members evening from 5 to 8 pm. I Do at the Zoo Bridal Show | Sunday, May 5 Wedding planning can be a bit of a zoo in itself! Let us help with the process – Blank Park Zoo invites all soon-to-be brides to meet dozens of vendors, including DJs, local cake shops, dress boutiques and photographers as you get ready for your big day. Ever pictured saying “I do” at the Zoo We’ll help you do just that Sunday, May 5! Adventure Days | May 1 August 10 This summer series revolves around inspire an appreciation of the natur conservation and recreation. Adven creativity through crafts and games hunts and activities, and educate th conservation. There’s something for Gators on the Green | Join us for the 2nd Annual Gators event to help Blank Park Zoo furth our Zoo Ambassadors, this tourna Club is on par with the best events Zoo Brew Wednesdays in June, July & August For those over 21, the Zoo comes to life after hours every Wednesday in the summer. This popular event features different themes, bands and drinks while guests enjoy the animals of the Zoo. The middle of to look forward to! Rhino Rampage | Satur Get ready for a revamped Blank Pa Challenge, plus an all new Kids Da new Jaama Kwa ‘Connection to Afr honor our black rhinos! Campout at the Zoo | F Take a snooze at the Zoo with you overnight experience unlike any ot Zoo after-hours and hear the howl of the morning on this campout ad ZACC Conference | Ju The Zoo is excited to host the inte Aquariums: Committing to Conser Moines. See pages 4-5 for more det
11, June 8, July 13, d the Zoo’s mission to ral world through education, nture Days spark children’s s, engage them in scavenger them on the importance of or the entire family! QUESTION Monday, May 20 on the Green fundraising her our mission. Driven by ament at Wakonda Country s in town! Grandparent’s Day | Friday, July 12 There is something special about the relationship between grandparents and their grandchildren - help Blank Park Zoo celebrate that bond by joining us for Grandparent's Day at the Zoo. This fundraiser is designed to provide an extra-special experience for grandmas, grandpas and grandchildren. Zoobilation | Friday, September 20 Zoobilation is back for its second year as Blank Park Zoo’s annual fall gala. This one-of-a-kind gala features the animals of the Zoo all while you enjoy hors d’oeuvres , cocktails and fun entertainment. Your ticket or donation for this event directly supports the Zoo’s animals, education and conservation efforts. Zooktoberfest | Wednesday, October 2 Zoo Brew is back with Oktoberfest twist! For those over 21, be a part of the first-ever Zooktoberfest this fall at Blank Park Zoo – a mash-up of the popular Zoo Brew and the ever-famous Oktoberfest. This event features the best seasonal beers, Oktoberfest-style food, live entertainment, and of course, all the animals of the Zoo. Don’t miss out on this fall event! f the week is now something rday, June 15 ark Zoo 5K Race & Obstacle ash! In celebration of the frica’ exhibit, this event will Friday, June 21 ur friends and family for an ther! See the animals of the ls of the night and the coos dventure. uly 8-12 ernational Zoos and ervation Conference in Des etails. Night Eyes | October 17-20 and October 24-27 Night Eyes returns for its 23rd year of the sweetest Halloween fun in Central Iowa. Blank Park Zoo transforms into a world of lights, castles and storybook characters while you are invited to dress in costume and go on a treat safari through the Zoo. This merry, not scary, trick-or-treating event is fun for the whole family to enjoy! Santa at the Zoo Saturday, December 7 and 14 He’s making his list and checking it twice – Santa is visiting Blank Park Zoo with his reindeer again this year! Take your picture with Santa, visit his reindeer, make holiday crafts and enjoy cookies and cocoa. Explore the Zoo’s Discovery Center and watch some of the big cats open a few early Christmas presents!
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Page 5: ZACC Keynote Speakers Jeff Flocken
Page 9 and 10: Thank you to the Zoo’s top volunt
Page 11 and 12: Kid Zone Jokes by Zoo member Logan

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